1998 Chevrolet Blazer consumer reviews

I recently bought a 98 LS 4X4 4DR. with 200K on it. It is in very nice condition, never painted( all original paint) or smashed, mint interior etc. Things I know have been replaced: Transmission,ball joints, fuel pump , wiper motor, alternator, EGR valve, rear differential,shocks, drivers door pins. Things I fixed- wheel bearings, rear wiper motor, universal joints,a/c compressor,tensioner, brake pads, front rotors and new tires. Im in it for about $3,000 including repairs. Drives and looks new. Very happy.

Drive the vehicle before reviewing it. which, mean I drive test before I decided to buy this nice truck. I personally find some few problems: ? Outside mirriors control doesn't works ? Weak Breaks ? Tires/Wheels is to big ? Poor acceleration ? Tail Light lose ? Right rear seat wonldn"t fold down ? Few rusty spots.

Look on any blazer forum and you can see the same things failing early: water pump, door pins, wiper motor, tranfer case seals, loose steering, ball joints, coil pack, .... Worst design I've ever seen.

Plenty of power for towing, hauling, and passing. Relatively comfortable. Only two mechanical issues: alternator went out @ 60k miles (no reoccurrence after that) and weird suspension noises when full opposite lock / vibration @ 65-75 mph (hasn't effected driveability and I've seen this on other GM trucks). Very reliable other than those xxxx-ups. Was $8k less expensive than the similarly equipped 4-Runner I cross-shopped. Relatively comfortable and love the adjustable lumbar support. Cat-con hump on the passenger side is VERY uncomfortable during a long drive. Decent cargo capacity and chock full of comfort / convenience features (dual sun-visors, cargo cover that extends sideways vs. front-to-back making it easier for short folks, grab handles, overhead console, many others) and storage cubbies. Overall pleased w/ my purchase; 10 model years old and plan to keep at least 3-4 more years.

mine has all the options including leather seats , heated mirrors, heated seats, power windows, power locks, radio stays on till door is open, ccd player, cassette theft lock radio, bucket seats in front, center console, rear hatch open button, full size spare, tinted windows also luggae rack , driving lights, fog lamps, auto on head lights , over head consloe with compass, miles per gallon fuel used , miles till on empty, instant fuel economy, outside temp, love the way it handles would ride better with new shocks good gas mileage 17 in town and on highway still getting 21 bought it used 1998 170 000 miles no leaks no mess, i

I bought my car used with 26,000 miles on it. I have owned it now for 7 years. It has served me well. It is a great combination car--I can haul small things, go on a trip with lots of gear, go to the theater with friends, drive with the sunroof open and my hair blowing in the wind. It's great for having kids or pets, and still small enough to get into the smallest of parking spaces. I don't feel like I'm driving a tank!

the transmission lost a gear @40000 miles. a lot of vehicle integrity issues appeared (i.e. A/C went out, door won't lock, wipers quit, etc.) I still have it at 132,000 miles and the engine still runs pretty well. But it's had it's share of problems so I'd only buy one if you got a really good deal. It doesn't hold value very well.

When I first bought the car it ran great! About six months later all sorts of things started happening. Aparently there are six things that always go wrong with a blazer. Only a couple things will be around $500 the rest about $1000 and up. The mechanics advised me if I owe money on the car get rid of it. If its paid off then it beats having a payment. Take it how you want.